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A new section of the Substance Abuse
and Mental Health Services Administration's Web site at http://www.samhsa.gov
has been launched for veterans
and their families. The Web site provides critical information
on prevention, treatment and recovery support for mental and
substance use disorders.
Publications, fact sheets, and links to
relevant agencies are provided along with information on SAMHSA-funded
programs, agency activities, and training and technical assistance
opportunities. Individuals seeking substance use and mental
health services can easily find information about local programs
by using SAMHSA's treatment facility locator.
SAMHSA also convened a meeting with the
Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense
and veterans service organizations to better understand the
needs and to identify ways local community-based substance
abuse and mental health service organizations can best be
prepared to assist veterans and their families. The discussion
will help inform the development of guidance materials for
states, local communities, and providers to ensure a coordinated
approach to providing mental health and substance use services.
For more information, please visit
Resources for Returning Veterans and Their Families at http://www.samhsa.gov/vets/.
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